H.F. Payne is a fiction author based in the UK.
She has two young boys and is a stay-at-home mum.
In the evenings, when they are happily tucked up in bed, she fulfils her passion for writing.
She loves paranormal fantasy and has one series based on the monsters from the Greek myths with a witchy read coming soon.
What's your favorite genre?
I have always enjoyed Urban Fantasy. I love the idea of magic being combined with today's world; it's almost like it could really exist.
What's one piece of advice you wish you'd known when you first started writing?
To not compare myself with anyone else. Everyone writes in their own way and at their own pace. It's also important to remember that your first book won't be your best but it's an important place to start the journey.
What's your favorite group activity?
It's a small group activity but I love escape rooms, trying to solve puzzles in a time limit in order to escape. I used to do them all the time before I had children and even did several on my honeymoon!
What is one kind of character that every book you enjoy has in it?
A strong female character. My worst pet peeve is when there is a female lead and she spends the whole time swooning and gushing. I like her to have a bit of sass!
What are some helpful tips you would give a fellow writer who's having a hard time plotting, developing etc.?
Even if you are struggling, get something down. You may hate it and rewrite it later, but it may help you get to a part that you love.
Find someone you can bounce ideas off. If I ever get stuck, I bounce ideas around with my husband or best friend. Sure enough, I always end up with a great story point.
Indoors/Outdoors?
A bit of both, I love the creature comforts of being inside, but I love getting outdoors. As a family, we love going out into the woods and enjoying long walks in nature.
What is the loftiest goal you'd like to reach as a writer?
I'm not interested in worldwide fame; I would just love it if people read and loved my books. I get excited every time I see that someone has purchased my book or read a page on KU.
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Want to learn more about H.F. Payne?
Visit her today at her Instagram Page and check out her four novel series over at Amazon (with her new an option to pre-order her upcoming witchy series The Seer of Pembleton Falls
And if readers want to find me, the best way to do that is through Instagram & send me DM's there as I'm the most active on there.
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All the best,
Kara
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